Serving 542 students in grades 6-8, Central Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 542 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#187 out of 940 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
1%
13%
White
65%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Middle School's ranking?
Central Middle School is ranked #187 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Central Middle School often compared to?
Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Middle School, Western Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
542 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Central Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of Greenwich School District.
School Calendar
View the Central Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Good Friday - Schools Closed
March 29, 2024 (Friday)
Spring Recess - Schools Closed
April 15, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Recess - Schools Closed
April 16, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Recess - Schools Closed
April 17, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Recess - Schools Closed
April 18, 2024 (Thursday)
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